salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Reno to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,814
$1,783
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,623
$1,726
💵 Families earn per year
$66,816
$87,100
🔑 Buying a house
$243,100
$548,300
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
102.6
101.0
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,003
$2,358
⚡ Electric bill per month
$112
$129
👥 People living there
1,579,706
273,212
Commute to work
31.7 min
20.3 min
College degree
35.4%
36.8%
Own their home
51.8%
49.8%
Below poverty line
21.4%
12.6%
Unemployment
8.1%
5.1%
Bottom line
- Pick Philadelphia for cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
- Pick Reno for lower rent, higher incomes, shorter commutes and 3 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Philadelphia | Reno | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $36,570 | $25,700 | -30% in Reno |
| Elementary School Teacher | $78,570 | $62,430 | -21% in Reno |
| Dental Hygienist | $100,820 | $117,850 | +17% in Reno |
| Market Research Analyst | $79,420 | $66,260 | -17% in Reno |
| Operations Manager | $121,630 | $106,050 | -13% in Reno |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $70,710 | $78,600 | +11% in Reno |
| Truck Driver | $59,370 | $63,790 | +7% in Reno |
| Customer Service Representative | $47,070 | $43,930 | -7% in Reno |
Frequently asked questions
Is Philadelphia or Reno cheaper to live in?
Philadelphia and Reno cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Reno to match $60,000 in Philadelphia?
About $59,099 a year gives the same standard of living in Reno.
Where do people earn more, Philadelphia or Reno?
The typical household earns $66,816 in Philadelphia and $87,100 in Reno, 23% more in Reno.